about you
Do you have a deep interest in the European startup and Venture Capital ecosystem? Would you like to learn and add much value to how startup ideas and founding teams are engaged, evaluated and carefully selected to be tomorrow's industry disrupters and shapers? Please apply to be our Analyst Intern in our Investment team in the London office!
about earlybird
Founded in 1997, Earlybird identifies and backs exceptional early-stage companies on a pan-European basis – supporting them through their growth and development phases and providing financial resources, strategic support, plus access to an international network and capital markets. Through two separate strategies, Earlybird focuses on tech-enabled businesses in fintech/ insurtech, enterprise software, and deep tech (energy, food, and space) while Earlybird Health focuses on improving patient outcomes. Earlybird additionally has a Growth Opportunity Fund for follow-on investments, and a pro-bono impact initiative, Vision Lab. With EUR 2.5 billion under management across fund streams and a history of 9 IPOs and 33 trade sales, Earlybird is among Europe’s most established and active venture capital firms.
at earlybird, your projects, responsibilities, and tasks will likely include:
- Working on deals with the Earlybird Investment team and taking responsibility for sourcing, initial deal assessments, preparing investment decisions and subsequent due diligences
- Developing your own industry expertise through deep dives, while providing the Investment team with extensive insights
- Actively expanding your network in the European venture capital ecosystem including startups, founders, investors, entrepreneurs and of course the companies that shape the world of tomorrow!
- Supporting the Earlybird Investment team in all aspects of creating value for our portfolio companies and investors
what we hope you bring to the role:
- Academic studies (completed Bachelor's degree & possibly a Master's degree or more!) with very strong grades in any direction
- Analytical rigor, business acumen, project management, relationship-building, and emotional intelligence skills
- Passion and interest for the European startup ecosystem and a growing understanding of the Venture Capital industry
- Curiosity, team-player, open-mindedness, global mindset and networking skills
- The ability to work with us full-time for 3-6 months in one of our Earlybird offices
why join us
Joining Earlybird means working in an environment built on trust, curiosity, and ambition. You’ll be encouraged to think independently, take ownership from day one, and challenge ideas in pursuit of better outcomes. We value integrity in how we decide and act, reward merit and initiative, and give people the space to grow, learn, and make a real impact alongside founders shaping Europe’s future.
interview process
As part of the first selection step, candidates will receive a short set of written and video questions directly after submitting their application with a 24-hour submission deadline. Please only apply if you are able to meet this timeline.
The application window will be open until mid of February.